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Showing posts with label media_release. Show all posts
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Wednesday, October 23, 2019

Media Release: Renewed Call to Shut Down TTT Limited.

Media Release:

Re: Renewed Call to Shut Down TTT Limited. 

Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front) in referencing its media release dated 21st October, 2019, is renewing its call for the Prime Minister Dr. Keith Rowley to shut the doors of state owned TV station; TTT Limited, if it is the minister of communications under the directive of the Prime Minister, fails to investigate if there are any labour breaches at state owned company, TTT LIMITED.

Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front) is calling on TTT LIMITED to account to every deserving tax paying citizen of this country, simply because they are the true owners of this company and they deserve the right to know how their money was spent and is being spent. They deserve the right to be informed of any managerial issues, especially when it comes to the treatment of our countrymen who are the employees of this company.

Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front) has in the past called on other state agencies to account for their failed policies, mismanagement and corrupt practices. We demand that steps be taken to remedy this symptom of failure on the part of this present administration, before its too late, at which time, we'll be forced to accept another loss; a drain on our talents, money and resources.

For Immediate Release:
Date: October 23rd, 2019

Umar Abdullah
Head of Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front)
Tel: +18683656253 or +18687870765

Monday, October 21, 2019

Media Release: Shutting Down of TTT Limited.

Media Release:

Re: Shutting Down of TTT Limited. 

Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front) is calling on the Prime Minister Dr. Keith Rowley to shut the doors of state owned TV station; TTT Limited. Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front) understands apart from the company operating at a loss, it is compounded by the fact, TTT Limited, is in breach of all labour laws in this country, as they don't pay overtime to workers, rather they utilise the "Compensatory Time Off System" (CTO). This bugs the question; why the move to implement such a draconian policy to employees already experiencing late salary payments, since 2018.

Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front) is calling on the Minister of Communications Senator, Donna Cox to clarify this information and state to the country, if TTT is breaking Labour Laws, and show proof to the citizens of this country, that this isn't so. Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front) is also concerned about a "clique" at the state owned media house who seems to be acting as Judge and Jury. This "clique" of Managers some of whom have no background in media and the creative Industry are also the ones championing draconian policies in the company, much to the distress of workers. Can the Communications minister also clarify this? And by extension the honorable Prime Minister? 

Responding to a letter written by Indera Sagewan, published in the Guardian on Monday, August 28, 2017 under the headline: ‘Another debacle: CNMG to TTT’. The then Minister of Public Administration and Communications; Honourable Maxie Cuffie, Member of Parliament for La Horquetta/Talparo, said "... is not simply a cosmetic name change... the closure of CNMG goes beyond re-branding and restructuring..."

The then Communications Minister Stuart Young in an article written by Camille Hunte published in the Express Newspaper July 6th 2018, said “I will fight hard to make sure jobs are maintained and let us turn this around.”

Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front) reminds the country that this state enterprise is one which was used as the source of corruption in 2015 which saw huge and exorbitant salaries being paid to former managers of the TV Station. This is the same TTT who has a perrenial problem of changing managers every so often, and a failure to increase viewers or attract viable, sustainable sales to generate revenue. It is clear, by these revelation, TTT, described on its Website as an" "Enterprise providing broadcast, production and transmission services for audiences within Trinidad and Tobago and beyond." has strayed from it's mandate. 

Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front) in an attempt to address these issues sent messages and made numerous calls to the line Minister, Senator the Honourable Donna Cox, to no avail. Imagine that! The Communications Minister, does not know how to communicate. We are therefore calling on the  the Prime Minister, Dr. The Honourable Keith Christopher Rowley to shut down the and liquidate this "debacle" according to, Indera Sagewan-Alli in 2017.

For Immediate Release:
Date: October 21st, 2019

Umar Abdullah
Head of Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front)
Tel: +18683656253 or +18687870765

Monday, May 13, 2019

Media Release: The Killing of Businessmen Haniff Mohammed

Media Release:

Re: The Killing of Businessmen Haniff Mohammed

Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front) mourns the death of our brother Haniff Mohammed, who was murdered in cold blood, at the Junon Street, Masjid in Couva. Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji'un... "Surely we belong to Allah and to Him shall we return". May he rest in peace! May Allah bless and comfort his family and relatives during this time of grief. In this holy month of Ramadhan in which the gates of Paradise are opened, may he enter it with ease, and may he be forbidden to enter the gates of Hell which are closed in this month. May Allah give him eternal rest and his love-ones the strength to bear the great pain. May the care and love of those around them provide comfort and peace to get them through the days ahead. Aameen.

As much as we are dis­gust­ed and are not go­ing to tol­er­ate nor ac­cept this das­tard­ly act per­pe­trat­ed with­in the sanc­ti­ty of our holy places. We recall within the last four years other killings of similar nature and circumstances; all within the holy month of Ramadhan.

Daniel Bostic, 35, of Dray­ton Street, San Fer­nan­do, was murdered on the compound of the Jama Masjid, Mucarapo Street, San Fernando on Wed 1st July 2015.

Cornelius “Tractor” Peters, 34, of Maturita Village, Arima, was murdered on the compound of Masjid al Falah, Arima on Sat 9th June 2018.

All these murders bore some resemblance which alludes to the character and lifestyle of some of these individuals; both the victims and the perpetrators of these crimes.

Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front) calls on Muslims to return to their religion and to adhere to the teachings of the Qur'an and the practices of our beloved prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him). The same goes for all persons; return to your religion! How can we expect for others to respect our spaces of worship when we ourselves are disrespectful in them? We violate the teaching of the scriptures, calling the displeasure and wrath of the Almighty God and present ourselves within our places of worship and use it as a cover for our indifferent ways. Our religious leaders who are aware of these individuals should be held accountable for their actions. In most cases, they turn a blind eye to what's happening under their watch. They refuse to call out the wrongs of these individuals because they perhaps benefit from them. Imagine Hours af­ter busi­ness­man Han­iff Mo­hammed was gunned down af­ter of­fer­ing mid­day prayers at the Junon Street, Masjid in Couva on Fri­day, four Mus­lim men between the ages of 18 and 35, were held for an alleged kidnapping at a Masjid in Longdenville Chaguanas.

The comparison made by Concerned Muslims of TT PRO Imtiaz Mohammed said the murder of Mohammed has made him reflect on the mass killings in New Zealand.

After the New Zealand massacre, the media asked him, if he felt the same thing can happen here, he said, "don't rule it out". "And today we have the brutal and violent murder in the Junon Street Masjid,” he said. This is exactly the type of rhetoric used by some of our leaders as a cover for what's, in fact, an indictment against us. It is this shallow thinking of our leaders without in debt thought and analysis that gives rise to rancor within our communities.

Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front) contends that these brazen acts of violence are in ways linked to the support and involvement of corrupt police officers and corrupt politicians. Returning to our religion is in no way turning the other cheek its, in fact, the direct opposite. By so doing we'll push back the criminals in a place unfamiliar to them thereby forcing them to change their ways. This will certainly help stamp out the corruption both within the police and amongst the politicians.

Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front) states with conviction, we have no one else to blame but our­selves. We hold the keys to bridge those gaps and re­con­nect with the so­ci­ety, but be­cause of our lack of lead­er­ship and lack of vi­sion we have once again found our­selves at the mer­cy of evil.

For Immediate Release:
Date: May 13th, 2019

Umar Abdullah
Head of Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front)
Tel: +18683656253 or +18687870765

Saturday, March 16, 2019

Calling Out President Donald J Trump as Co-Conspirator Along Side Brenton Tarrant

Media Release:

Re: Calling Out President Donald J Trump as Co-Conspirator Along Side Brenton Tarrant For The Gruesome Murder of 49 Innocent Worshippers and The Wounding of 48 Others.

Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front) is calling on the Government of Trinidad and Tobago not to be cowards and call out President Donald J Trump for what he is and the part he played in the Christchurch's terrorist attack, which amounted to the brutal murder of 49 Innocent Worshippers and the Wounding of 48 Others. According to the words of our Prime Minister in his statement in the aftermath of this horrific attack he said “we who live by the doc­trine that every creed and race have an equal place in our na­tion, un­re­served­ly con­demn all words and deeds from what­so­ev­er source, that would have the ef­fect of ini­ti­at­ing, en­cour­ag­ing or sus­tain­ing ha­tred in any and all its man­i­fes­ta­tions.” Who is this "source" he is referring to? He went on further to state; “We call for the widest pos­si­ble con­dem­na­tion of this de­bas­ing of hu­man­i­ty by those who fail to ac­cept the one­ness of the hu­man race.”

Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front) agrees that this is a manifestation of a growing and globalized ideology of white right-wing extremist hate, racism, nationalism and supremacy, that must be addressed at its source, which includes the mainstream politicians and media personalities who nurture, promote and excuse it.

The gunman’s 74-page manifesto  by all accounts was inspired by the ideology that radicalizes persons to save “Western civilization” from a foreign “invasion.”

We see a resemblance in similar acts of terrorism outlined in the manifesto of the Norwegian Anders Breivik who killed 77 people in 2011. Breivik wanted to punish Europe because she had opened her doors to Muslim immigrants. His manifesto and attacks was inspired by the white nationalist Christopher Hasson, who was arrested for stockpiling weapons with the desire to commit mass murder, against Muslims.

When President Donald J Trump was putting forward arguments for his wall, he spoke of  “Middle Easterners” being part of a “caravan” coming into the US. On Trump's visit to Britain he warned Theresa May  that Britain was losing its “culture” and that immigration had “changed the fabric of Europe and unless you act very quickly, it’s never going to be what it was.”

Trump's travel ban was aimed at mostly Muslim countries. Trump's rhetoric spewed hate and violence, some of which included - “I think Islam hates us,” Trump's nod of approval when a supporter exclaimed - “we have a problem in this country; it’s called Muslims.”  the supporter then asked -  “when can we get rid of them?” In response, Trump said: “We’re going to be looking at a lot of different things.”  Trump was praised in Brenton Tarrant's manifesto as “as a symbol of renewed white identity and common purpose.”

As news of the attack was unfolding, President Trump tweeted a link to Breitbart; a far-right “news” site. Known for its vile anti-Muslim hatred, It’s a site where Muslim-hating white supremacists like, Brenton Tarrant  would find writers who would give them rhetorical ammunition for their ideologies of hate. (Trump has since deleted the tweet.)

Trump is an Islamophobic bigot. As president, his words matter. He is using them to spread hatred and to influence violence. And these people have been inspired by those words to target the very people that Trump targets in his speeches and his tweets. Since his coming into power, "hate crimes" has risen to a record high.  

Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front) is calling out President Donald J Trump, a Co-Conspirator in this ghastly attack and is calling Prime Minister Dr. Keith Rowley and his government to do the same. It's time to put a stop to this bigotry and call to account the actions of those responsible.

For Immediate Release:
Date: March 16th, 2019

Umar Abdullah
Head of Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front)
Tel: +18683656253 or +18687870765

Friday, March 15, 2019

Media Release: The terrorist attack at two Masjids in Christchurch, New Zealand.

Media Release:

Re: The terrorist attack, in which Forty-nine people were killed and 20 plus others wounded, at two Masjids in Christchurch, New Zealand.

Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front) Condemns in the strongest terms the terrorist attack, in which Forty-nine people were killed and 20 plus others wounded, at two Masjids in Christchurch, New Zealand. The attack, which came around the time Muslims were attending the Masjid for Friday prayers, was the deadliest in New Zealand's history.

Our heartfelt condolences and prayers are with the victims of this horrific terrorist attack that onfolded in Christchurch, New Zealand. Brenton Tarrant, a 28-year-old  Australian who perpetrated these terror attacks, described himself as an “ordinary white man” who was inspired by Norway mass killer Anders Behring Breivik. He Is not a Christian as some mainstream media puts it. His choice of music during his drive to commit this massacre entitled "Remove Kebab" was a propaganda music video made by Serb Army Soldiers as a tribute to war criminal Radovan Karadzic; the Bosnian Serb responsible for genocide against Muslims in Sarajavo 1995.

It's no doubt a dark and painfull day for Muslims and humidity at large. Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front), first and foremost is calling on all communities, politicians, media outlets and commentators to call this out for what it is. This is a terrorist attack on innocent and defenseless Muslims in their own Masjid which serves as the heart of the community. This is white supremacy, this is a right-wing extremist hate, this is racism.

To make matters worst it is sickening to see even in this time of mourning many senseless individuals have taken to their keyboards to further foster hatred against the Muslim community. Why is mainstream media calling this a Christian terrorist attack? Is it an intent to spew hate and disgust amongst Muslims and Christians? Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front) is calling on all Muslims to reject this and show love and compassion to all our Christians brothers and sisters.

It's about time to take a stance against extremism and drive it out of all communities. Therefore Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front) is urging the government to apply the same resolve and dedication it showed in "addressing extreme radical islam" in condemning this attack, in like manner, our Attorney General, Faris al Rawi condemned the Manhattan Attack in October of 2017.

Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front) is calling on the Commissioner of Police; Gary Griffith to consider the call of all Muslims to be safe in their places of worship and to not rule out the the possiblity of "copy cats" in carrying out similar attacks here in Trinidad and Tobago, especially against the backdrop of an already out of control "war" between the so called "Rasta City and Muslim City". Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front) is requesting that Gary Griffith dispatch at least two police officers in marked police vehicles; today, Friday at Masjids across the country for the Jumuah Prayers, especially the Masjids that are heavily populated in order to give a sense of security and protection.

Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front) is reminding Muslims to remain vigilant and alert at all times. Islamophobia is real and hate-filled individuals such as the one we saw in this attack do exist. Allah mentions in the Qur'an; 3:118 "...Enmity has been revealed from their speech, and what they hide in their breasts is greater..."

Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front) is also cautioning the sharing of the video depicting this horrific terrorist attack. It was videotaped with a background theme song with an intended purpose. Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front) is asking everyone to desist from sharing this video as it signals the threat of right wing violent extremism. Do not play into the hands of these murderous individuals by circulating their propaganda. It will only serve to empower the Islamophobic sentiments already ablazed in the Western World.

It is perhaps time Masajids start investing in security and protection to ensure that they are well guarded and protected from such Acts. Lastly Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front)  would like to remind all Muslims who are still struggling to comprehend the Madness of this attack, to stay strong, as hard as it is to bear the calamity of what took place. Always remember that Allah the Almighty is with us. As difficult this situation is Allah is always with us. Remember that these people died on a Friday in a Masjid; in the most beloved place of Allah the Almighty. We ask Allah the Almighty to accept all the victims as maytrs, spear them from the trials of the grave and grant them a swift entry into paradise. May Allah grant us peace in this world and restore sanity to our communities.

For Immediate Release:
Date: March 15th, 2019

Umar Abdullah
Head of Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front)
Tel: +18683656253 or +18687870765

Tuesday, March 5, 2019

Media Release: No returns on $628 million spent on Carnival for the last four years.

Media Release:

Re: No returns on $628 million spent on Carnival for the last four years.

https://www.nationalgeographic.com/magazine/2019/03/vibrant-pictures-show-carnival-mask-culture-in-caribbean-americas/

This is an article in the 2019 March issue of the National Geographic Magazine. Notice there were no mention of our Trinidad and Tobago Carnival. So the $628 million dollars spent over the past 4 years; which just came shy of our budget allocation for Agriculture this year, did nothing to show case our "art and culture" on the world stage. What then were government and it's agencies promoting? It's clear our drunken, lascivious and reckless behavior Superceded our "Talented Festival". Off course this is of no surprise, when one takes into consideration governments million dollar pay out for a song that has no meaning and no substance... Governments support and promotion for a meaningless presentation of what many criticize as being worthless would certainly go a long way to embarrass us as a Caribbean Island under the Sun...

Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front) laments the reckless spending and wasteful employment of our resources by government and it's agencies and the their inability to preserve and showcase our heritage. Instead what we see being promoted is a display of drunkenness, violence and vulgarity. Government needs to come full circle and access this deficiency in it's role and function and correct it now before it gets even worst.

For Immediate Release:
Date: March 5th, 2019

Umar Abdullah
Head of Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front)
Tel: +18683656253 or +18687870765

Friday, February 8, 2019

Media Release: Who is more Important? South Americans or Our Very Own

Media Release:

Re:19 South American Girls Freed From a  Drug and Prostitution Ring and Government's Reluctance to Deal With Our Own About to Face the Very Same Fate in Syria and Iraq.

Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front) applaus the efforts and the stance this administration's National Security Minister; Mr. Stuart Richard Young and it's foreign Ministry, has taken in relation to the 19 South American girls freed from a drug and prostitution ring, uncovered by the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service.  “They will be treated with humanity,” Young assured.

And as much as we commend these initiatives, we are very much concerned and is paying close attention to the plight of our own Nationals imprisoned in Syria and Iraq; facing the very Fate.

Abdul Hamid al-Muhabash who is co-chair of Democratic Autonomous Administration, based in north-eastern Syria, has called on respective governments to repatriate their nationals from war-torn areas of Syria and Iraq.

Muhabash said, “The administration and the Syrian people demand of the states from which ISIS fighters belong – more than 50 nationalities in all – to judge them according to their constitutions.”

These Kurdish forces are Shia Muslims and maintains a very close relationship with Iran. There have been rumors circulating that those held in prisons and camps across Syria and Iraq would be sold as slaves to Iran because of the inability to continue caring and providing for them. May God Almighty forbids this from happening as these persons will disappear forever never to found again.

Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front) is calling on this administration's relevant authorities to address this matter with a greater sense urgency than what is being afforded to these 19 South American women, being just the fact that these are our own citizens. The Government does have a responsibility first to our citizens and then to others.

For Immediate Release:
Date: February 8, 2019

Umar Abdullah
Head of Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front)
Tel: +18683656253 or +18687870765

Friday, July 20, 2018

Media Release: Investment Fund Holding Company Limited (NIF)

Media Release:
Re: Investment Fund Holding Company Limited (NIF)
The PNM administration has offered for sale through the creation of the National Investment Fund Holding Company Limited (NIF), bonds in the amount of TT $4 billion.
Keep in mind, when you purchase a/any bond, you effectively are lending a company or a government money. The bond issuer is the borrower. It agrees to pay whoever holds the bond interest on a regular basis, and then to return the principal on the loan when the bond matures.
It is being advertised that, Citizens can invest from as little at TT $1000, in tranches with fixed rate options from 4.5% annual interest over 5 years, to 5.7% annual interest over 12 years, or 6.6% annual interest over 20 years.
These bonds officially went on sale last Thursday.
The NIF bond is supported by some of the strongest companies, with a collective market value of approximately TT$7.9 billion, including shares of Republic Financial Holdings Limited, One Caribbean Media Limited, West Indian Tobacco Company Limited, Angostura Holdings Limited, and Trinidad Generation Unlimited.
Having stated that, Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front) is issuing a clear warning that Muslims cannot and should not invest in this offering as it has all the ingredients of a HARAM transaction, in other words it's not a HALAL transaction and Muslims should not participate. This now brings into question was the PNM administration properly advised on this issue? bearing in mind that Muslims number between 7 to 10% of the population. Why wasn't the Muslims consulted and considered in this decision?
The first test an Islamic scholar or fund manager applies when considering whether a company is sharia-compliant focuses on the company’s core business. If the company’s business centers on prohibited activities, the company is rejected.
For this reason, governments of multi cultural and multi religious countries must establish and use benchmarks for determining whether a specific corporation or group crosses the line into noncompliance as it relates to certain sectors of the society.
For Immediate Release:
Date: 20th July 2018
Umar Abdullah
Head of Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front)
Tel: +18687870765 or +18683656253
PS: Prohibited industries and or businesses include the following:
  • Conventional financial services that feature transactions based on interest, speculation, and/or gambling: This criterion means that conventional banks, investment companies, insurance companies, and other financial institutions are considered non-compliant.
  • Certain food and beverage industry sectors: Some products in the food and beverage industry are prohibited because Islam prohibits their consumption. Companies whose core businesses involve alcohol, pork products, or other meat that’s not slaughtered according to sharia law aren’t considered compliant.
  • Foods and beverages that Muslims can consume are called halal. Forbidden items include.

1) Pork: The Quran (the holy scripture of Islam) prohibits consuming pork and pork-based products (as well as any other meat that isn’t slaughtered according to Islamic principles), so investing in companies dealing with pork-based products isn’t acceptable.
2) Alcoholic beverages: Investing in companies involved in alcoholic products is also banned because the Quran specifically bans “intoxicants.”
  • Tobacco: Islamic scholars hold the opinion that tobacco and the tobacco industry and it's activities have been linked to illegal drugs. Tobacco isn’t good for personal health and therefore believe that Islamic standards prohibit investments in tobacco-related business. In the past, tobacco use was a source of some controversy and confusion in the Muslim community. Now, however, most sharia scholars agree that the use of tobacco and investing in the tobacco industry are prohibited. 
  • Illegal drugs: Investing in any company or activity that supports the sale, distribution, or use of illegal drugs is also prohibited. (In fact, investing in a way that promotes any illegal activity goes against Islamic law.)
  • Gambling: This prohibition means Muslims can’t invest in companies or activities that support gambling. In addition to prohibiting investments that would themselves involve too much risk, this criterion also means that an investor can’t support the construction of a casino; the operation of a lottery; or the promotion of horse and dog racing, Internet gambling, and so on. Leasing an investment property to a company that conducts a gambling-related business is also banned.
  • The production of weapons of mass destruction (WMDs): What the West refers to as collateral damage is considered the killing of innocents per Islam, and it’s forbidden. Therefore, sharia forbids the production of WMDs.
  • Certain sectors of the entertainment industry: Sharia prohibitions apply to adult entertainment products, including magazines, videos, audio recordings, websites, and all methods of distributing pornography. The same prohibition applies to erotic arts and prostitution. In addition, certain types of non-Islamic music and cinema are prohibited. Islam considers all these to be harmful to society. Therefore, an investor can’t put money into a venture that involves products or businesses in these fields.
  • Cloning: This example demonstrates a crucial point: governments must continually make decisions about the compliance status of new technologies and industries. Obviously, the prohibition against cloning activity is a fairly recent decision, and the prohibition of cloning could possibly change depending on future circumstances.
  • Groups of companies with subsidiaries that engage in activities prohibited by sharia also are excluded from Islamic investment funds. For example, consider a hotel (owned by a large corporation) that derives a substantial amount of its income from a nightclub or casino that is prohibited in Islam. Because the profits from this nightclub or casino impact the overall profit of the corporate group, an Islamic fund can’t invest in the group as a whole.

Few companies pass the screening process related to the industry of their core business with a perfect score. In the case of a corporate group with scores of subsidiaries, you can be assured that somewhere along the line, one or more of those subsidiaries engages in prohibited activities.

Tuesday, May 22, 2018

Media Release: Hijab Ban in Hindu School


Media Release:
Re: Hijab Ban in Hindu School
Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front) is strongly condemning the actions taken by the relevant persons attached to the Lakshmi Girls Hindu college in St Augustine who refused to allow Muslim OJT teacher Nafesa Nakhid on the compound of the school to perform her duties as she was assigned.
Ms. Nakhid was assigned to teach Mechanical Engineering and upon her arrival at the compound was told not to enter unless she removed her hijab. Subsequently to this, she left the schools compound and reported her ill treatment to the department which assigned her to teach at that particular school.
In essence the Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front) condemns the Islamophobic actions on behalf of Lakshmi Girls Hindu college and believes it was a deliberate act which was done out of remorse towards Islam and by extension Muslims. Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front) is further shocked that in today’s society such archaic thinking and disrespect of a person’s religious rights will be infringed upon.
Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front) believes that justice would be brought to the teacher through the court of law as evident in the past in a similar situation which occurred some years ago.
General Secretary of the Sanatan Dharma Maha Sabha Sat Maharaj said Lakshmi Girls College was not a training ground for teachers and those trainees who came must accept the school's dress code. What exactly is the dress code? This young woman was dressed modestly. Wasn’t it Sat Maharaj in November of 2011 who in listing his grievances against the principal; Gajadharsingh-Nanga accused her of not conforming to the school’s dress codes, saying to the press that he had “seen the panty lines of her female assistant? If a Hindu OJT teacher where to have reported to work in her traditional Saree - head covered - would she have been allowed to continue?
In conclusion, Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front) intends to pursue this matter and ensure such disrespect and disregard for Muslims religious rights will no longer be infringed upon in this country. No Institution in this country Public or otherwise should have policies and rules contrary to the constitution and laws of Trinidad and Tobago. Every creed and race must be given an equal place.

For Immediate Release:
Date: May 22, 2018

Umar Abdullah
Head of Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front)
Tel: +18683656253 or +18687870765

Thursday, April 5, 2018

Media Release: Incident Regarding Sister Rehana at Barakah Foundation Grounds.

Media Release:

Re: Incident Regarding Sister Rehana at Barakah Foundation Grounds.

The Waajihatul Islaamiyyah is distancing itself and condemning the actions or behaviors of any Muslim/Non Muslim who may use their platform or entity to attack Muslims and non Muslims by way of intimidation, lies, deception and mischief. This childish, immature and reckless behaviour would not be condoned nor tolerated by this organisation.

The Waajihatul Islaamiyyah is alluding to the the incident involving sister Rehana at the Barakah foundation grounds which mirrors such concerns.
The Barakah ground is the very ground which Islam in all its beautiful forms should be promoted and should foster a safe and comfortable space and environment for Muslim/Non Muslim to interact and socialize with each other, but instead it appears it’s being used as space for thuggery, hatred, discord, and ill treatment towards some Muslim/Non Muslim, and this situation involving sister Rehana at the grounds is indicative of this.

Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front) have conducted a thorough investigation into the matter and have spoken to witnesses who were present at the time and have found no wrong doing on the sister's path. The allegations hurled against her WERE found to be baseless, false and erroneous; a total fabrication, with a clear intent on tarnishing the sister's good character and family's name. This act was mischievous and vile.

Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front) view this and all attacks on women as an attack on our nation's woven fabric, the sanctity of life and the future of our beautiful country. This was an attack on our mothers, our sisters, and our daughters.

Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front) is calling on all Muslim leaders to condemn the actions of such individuals. The actions and behaviour of these individuals does not represent Islam nor the teachings and practices of our beloved prophet Muhammad, his companions, and the righteous predecessors.

Our condemnation comes with the greatest concern for Islam, Muslims, our fellow countrymen and the future of this nation.

For Immediate Release:
Date: April 5th 2018

Umar Abdullah
Head of Waajihatul Islamiyyah (The Islamic Front)
Tel: +18687870765 or +18683656253

Sunday, February 11, 2018

Media Release: Response to the CoP.

Media Release:

Re: Response to the CoP.

Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front) does not embrace the last series of statements made by the Commissioner of Police. It was noted how quick he was in commending Imam Sheraz of Nur-e-Islam Masjid for his account of what happened, but he never addressed the issue of brutality and injuries exacted on persons in the execution of their duties. Nothing was said about the unconstitutionality of the police actions at the homes of these persons. He spoke of evidence gathering, yet nothing was found. We describe the Acting Police Commissioner's statement as mere window dressing. Nothing more than a PR stunt. Void of substance.


Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front) is very upset over the news of the British couple who fled and returned to their country on February 6th 2018, after they were robbed of their phones and rental vehicle, as well as reports about the shooting incident involving the CoP's nephew. The persons held for this "so called" terror plot to disrupt carnival did not commit these acts. As far as I'm concerned these acts - which includes the scant and discourteous manner in which the police and the rental company responded to the British couple's plight - were committed by persons whom the TTPS and the Ministry of National Security ought to be paying attention to. This is the terror which will disrupt the Carnival celebrations and negatively reflect on our nation.

I call on the authorities to immediately release all persons held in this "so called terror plot" and return them safely to their families. These individuals are all innocent, law abiding citizens with strong spiritual upbringing. This is a stain on this administration which will linger on for a very very long time.

For Immediate Release:
Date: 11th February 2018

Umar Abdullah
Head of Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front).
Tel: +18687870765 or +18683656253

Thursday, February 8, 2018

Media Release: MASAJID SEARCHES DETENTION OF MUSLIMS BY STATE

Media Release:

Re: MASAJID SEARCHES DETENTION OF MUSLIMS BY STATE

The Waajihatul Islamiyyah (The Islamic Front) is strongly condemning the flagrant and wanton disregard of the state and by extension the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS) to further oppress and target Muslims of this country; more specifically Muslim communities and Jamaats which have contributed significantly to the population of Islam, the society as a whole and aides in mass charity efforts in this country.

The Waajihatul Islamiyyah (The Islamic Front)  regards the recent searches by Police officers in the following Masajid (Mosques)-Nur e Islam, Munroe Road, Sangre Grande, Bamboo and Laventille jamaats over the last few hours, as juvenile, baseless, and a clear indication of the vendetta and dislike of the state towards Muslims in this country, not to mention the disrespect and abuse meted out to a number of Muslim men from various parts of the country, who the Waajihatul Islamiyyah (The Islamic Front) understands is being detained in a number of several police stations throughout the country for a few days now.

This the Waajihatul Islamiyyah (The Islamic Front) fervently believes is a sour and pathetic attempt by the state to persecute Muslims in this country, and under the guise of “raids and searches” disrupt the Muslim Ummah (community) locally.

The Waajihatul Islamiyyah (The Islamic Front) asks the following questions:

Why were these ad hoc searches conducted to these reputable Masjids?

Explain why their was a so called search for “devices” from these Masjids? And why wasn’t such searches conducted in other denominational or public places of worship?

Why the unconstitutional detainment of Muslim brothers more than 72 hours with no arrest is still on going?

Why is the state persistent on attacking and disrupting the peaceful practice of Islam in his country?

Why wasn’t “searches for devices” conducted in well known hot spots such as Beetham, Sealots etc. ?

And finally,
Why is the state targeting Muslims in this country by disrupting Masjids and Muslims communities by making false claims that there is a plan a foot that Muslims are planning to disrupt Carnival celebrations? Why single out Muslims?

This cowardly and dastardly actions by the state specifically the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS) must not be forgotten by Muslim community, and the following questions must be answered. Are Muslims the only group within the society who does not engage in the Carnival revelry? No, so why target Muslims?

Further the Waajihatul Islamiyyah (The Islamic Front) is calling on head of the TTPS for answers into this persecution attempt and attack on law abiding Muslims in this country.

For Immediate Release:
Date: 8th February 2018

Umar Abdullah
Head of Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front)
Tel: +18687870765 or +18683656253

Monday, November 27, 2017

Media Release: The Rate at Which Crime Has Spiraled in this Country and Taken on a New Face.

Media Release:

Re: The Rate at Which Crime Has Spiraled in this Country and
Taken on a New Face.

Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front) is very much alarmed by the rate at which crime has spiraled in this country and taken on a new face, this as the attacks and murder of key personalities; entertainers, media personnel and religious leaders makes the headlines in our news. When personalities like these are attacked and murdered in some cases it points to not only a state of lawlessness but also a state of disrespect and a state that has no regard for life.

The Recent despicable attack on Father Clyde Harvey, the attacks on the Guardian and Express reporters by officers attached to our protective arm, whose main purpose is to protect and serve with pride, the senseless attack on our brother "Skippy" and that despicable act of cowardice against Nikki Crosby and the sacrilegious murder of Pundit Sunil Ragbirsingh has casted a dark cloud over this Nation's Flag predicting a shameful annihilation.

Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front) is Calling on the government and its agency responsible for crime and policing to tranquilize this beast that has been devouring this country from within. Building more police station and putting more boots on the ground is not going to do it but would Infuriate it even more. The first step in stopping this beast is to weed out the corruption and the rogue faces from within the government and the TTPS.

We are calling on the NGO’s, FBO’s and corporate Trinidad and Tobago to step-up where government has failed and to make good on your existence by fulfilling your true purpose.

Government's policy towards the poor black people in this country must change. The Government needs to listen and deliver on a silver platter "hope" to the people of this country, they need to work closely with and empower the FBO’s, NGO’s and corporate TnT. It's the only way they'll be able to start the conversation and end with implementation.

Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front) is Calling on the perpetrators of these crimes to stop and be cognizant of your actions as this will eventually destroy you and your future generation; the old is burying the young. There are those who has their eyes fixed on that real-estate on which you stand. They see you as a hindrance in their way of profit and control, and as financiers to the government; whom do you think will have the final say? You need to empower yourselves and create opportunities to become conglomerates in your own communities so that no one would be able to take from you, your right to live and enjoy your space. The citizens of this country are not your enemy, it is those that holds the seat of power. It is those that’s responsible for policy. It is those that decide who gets and who does not get. It is those who busy themselves with satisfying their financiers by ignoring your cries. The only way this enemy can be tamed is to first distance yourself from the life of crime and hate. To unite and speak with one voice. To properly structure your communities by establishing leadership. To create programs that will educate and empower the youth. To “Be Better Not Bitter”.
For Immediate Release:
Date: November 27, 2017
Umar Abdullah
Head of Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front)


Tel: +18687870765 or +18683656253

Thursday, November 2, 2017

Media Release: The Attorney General, Faris Al-Rawi’s Response to the “Terrorist Attack in Manhattan.”

Media Release:

Re: The Attorney General, Faris Al-Rawi’s Response to the “Terrorist Attack in Manhattan.”

Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front) is having serious issues with the timing and sentiments expressed in media release dated 31st October 2017, by the AG in responding to what is being dubbed as the terrorist attack in Manhattan during similar and even more gruesome and heartless attacks on innocent Civilians by the rogue nations like America, Israel, Britain, Russia and Myanmar (Burma) to name a few. Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front) does not condone nor encourage any such action on civilians. This dreadful and senseless attack in Manhattan on the innocents deserves nothing less than the strongest condemnation and the stiffest of penalties but that does not absolve the right of any individual more so a government Minister or Ministers from recognizing other such tragedies like those dastardly and cowardly act perpetrated on civilians by the very governments that cry out in the face of such evil. The Muslim community of Trinidad and Tobago and the Attorney General Faris Al-Rawi came from the same household and even though we have all followed different paths our father Ibrahim (AS) taught us and inspired us to stand by what we believe is right. Not only did he question the illogical practices of his fellowmen, knowing that his was the voice of reason, he actively made attempts to guide his people towards the right path. And above all, when he was met with hatred and rejection by the people, he never lost confidence in the truth. Prophet Ibrahim (AS) had confidence and faith. He knew his beliefs were backed by reason, and so he had nothing to fear. This is the legacy of our father and this is the legacy we were bound to follow.

Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front) is questioning why since assuming office in 2015 our brother; the Attorney General Faris Al-Rawi never condemned those attacks on innocent’s civilians perpetrated by those nations, named? From 2015 to October 2017, 35,084 civilians a quarter of which are women and children, have been killed in Syria. Of the civilians killed in 2016 alone, 2,574 were children under the age of 18 and a further 1,944 were women. Presently; 2017 Death Count stands at 7,203. The United States has killed nearly 30 Muslims for every American lost.

Where is the press release condemning the ethnic cleansing in Myanmar where killings, torture, rape and arson is being reported daily?

Where is the press release condemning the US airstrikes on the Syrian village of Manbij 19th July 2016, killing 117 including 35 children and 20 women.

Where is the press release condemning the 4 million innocent civilians the United States and their allies have killed during their so called “War on Terror?

Where is the press release condemning the air strikes on five medical buildings and two schools in Aleppo and Idlib 15th February 2016?

Where is the press release condemning Israel’s aggression and illegal occupation and the blatant disregard of the many UN resolutions and America’s support of it?

Mainstream media has also failed to acknowledge that the Islamic State groups' alleged attacks like the one in Manhattan could ultimately be blamed on Washington, because the extremist group was created by them, according to a recent Global Research study.

“Much like al-Qaida, the Islamic State is made-in-the-USA, an instrument of terror designed to divide and conquer the oil-rich Middle East and to counter Iran’s growing influence in the region,” the Center for Research on Globalization wrote.

They continued, “Just like many U.S. interventions into the sovereignty of other countries, Washington's foreign policy in the Middle East has backfired.”

They went on to write that, “the fact that the United States has a long and torrid history of backing terrorist groups will surprise only those who watch the news and ignore history.”

A prominent English journalist put it quite simply. “If the United States wants to improve its image in the Islamic world,” he said, “it should stop killing Muslims.”

Considering all this Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front) is calling their brother; the Attorney General Faris Al-Rawi and the government to condemn all such attacks, especially if perpetrated by the nation that boast of being the flag bearer of democracy. Do this and you would not appear to be unjust and hypocritical.

For immediate Release:
Date: November 2nd, 2017

Umar Abdullah
Head of Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front)
Tel: +18687870765 or +18683656253

Tuesday, October 31, 2017

Media Release: The Fifteenth National Youth Parliament’s Debate to Establish a Counter Radicalism Youth Policy

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9trvpPt_0ok
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9trvpPt_0ok

Media Release:
Re: The Fifteenth National Youth Parliament’s Debate to Establish a Counter Radicalism Youth Policy

Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front) is very disappointed in our nation’s youth in their debate to establish a Counter Radicalism Youth Policy that would identify the root cause of any attraction of radicalism and terrorism to young citizens and that will dissuade young citizens from becoming involved therein. This, as the Fifteenth National Youth Parliament ended on Monday October 30th, 2017.
It was a poor attempt which lacked research and foresight. It was a bad reflection of their worth as future leaders of this country. There was a blatant refusal to recognize a change in dynamics. References made to news articles, reports and statistics were in most cases irrelevant and not consistent with the root cause and solutions to the problem.
It appears that our youth have become Lazy and dysfunctional in their approach to dealing with issues. They lack the influence and motivation. They have brought nothing new to the discussions.
Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front) is appealing to the intellect of our nation’s youth to pay attention to history as it relates to International events in the treatment of Muslims and the resurgence of Pure Islam here in this country. Perhaps there they'll Find the keys to unlock the understanding that will drive the debate in pinpointing the cause and arriving at a solution.

For Immediate Release:
Date: October 31, 2017

Umar Abdullah
Head of Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front)


Tel: +18687870765 or +18683656253

Monday, May 22, 2017

Response to Donald Trump's Speech to the Muslim World

Media Release: 

Re: Response to Donald Trump's Speech to the Muslim World.

On the heals of Ramadan Donald Trump delivers to the Muslim world what can only be described as the greatest insult to Muslims and a slap in the face of faith whilst standing on our sacred ground. Clearly it's a last desperate attempt by Shaitan; before he is chained to further divide and separate the Muslim world.

It's a shameful effort to fuel hate, animosity and discrimination within the hearts of Muslims. A pathetic business presentation at best to arouse the hearts, in an attempt to satisfy the addictions to this world and all its faults glitter; selling us a product we don't need.

This is what was actually being said for those who are deaf dumb and blind: "let's forget and not pay attention to the millions of people we -America, Israel, Britain and their coalitions - have slaughtered and the millions of lives families and homes we have destroyed. Instead let's remember and pay attention to what you the Muslims have done and the destruction you Muslims have caused in defending your lives and your homes and your lands. Let us agree that total submission to Allah - Quran and the Sunnah - should be labelled as terrorism, radicalism and fundamentalism. Let us agree that democracy should be our preferred System of governance. Let us all unanimously agree the Caliphate and or Islamic governance is a backward and decadent form of governance and that all those Muslims who call for it and is working towards achieving it should be banished, exiled or put to death." That my dear brothers and sisters is the exact interpretation of the Devil's aid and trusted Friend - Donald Trump's - speech to the Muslim world.

My dear brothers and sisters let's not be fooled by the sumber charismatic speech of this vile and despotic creature. Their main objective is to strip away from us our dignity, our identity and our culture. When this happens they will completely destroy us and devour us while we lay helpless.

May Allah protect us and save us from ruin. Aameen.

For Immediate Release: 
Date: 22nd May 2017

Umar Abdullah
Head of Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front)
Tel: +18687870765 or +18683656253

Tuesday, February 14, 2017

Response to Government Ministers

Media Release:

Re: Response to government ministers.

Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front) takes no pleasure in criticising government ministers as this embarrasses our ministers and by extension our country and its people. It is however necessary especially in times like these where the rights and privileges of our countrymen are being stripped away and the citizens looked down upon as fools and rotten souls.

First of all I would like to call upon the Minister of National Security to immediately tender his resignation for his comments and uttering a blatant lie on Saturday last while addressing  a march against crime in Terchier Village, Point Fortin, Minister Dillon told Newsday that it was his view that a very small group of Muslims who have not conformed to the faith of Islam and have erred. Dillon said, “There is a small minority of Muslims who have gone against their faith of Islam and that is what the leaders have said. We cannot put everyone in the same bucket. So, we reach out to those who believe they are true to their faith. The Muslim groups wanted to see me. I did not plan the meeting; I met with those who wanted to see me, so the Muslim body came together.”

These comments were very unfortunate as not only the Minister was being untruthful but has insulted the Muslim Community, pre-judged us and labelled us hypocrites.

According to an article in the Guardian Newspaper entitled "Help us Find Them" dated Saturday 11th February 2016; The meeting was planned, the ministry issued a statement and the American Embassy was involved.

At this juncture Dillion's resignation would be considered an apology. He has acted with incompetence and as soiled an important design woven in the fabric of this country. He continues to follow the dictates of America by chasing a ghost and Turn a blind eye to the reality of crime and the decay of our society.

We are also calling on the Attorney General to immediately tender his resignation for his role in the controversial marriage act and the proposed Amendment Bill to the Terrorism act. The manner in which the marriage act was passed and his proposed course as it relates to the amendment to the Terrorism act has shaken the very foundation of our Religious doctrines. He sorts to unfairly place the Muslims and the government of this country on an unfriendly path which would eventually compromise his role and purpose.

And last we again call on the honourable Prime Minister to immediately advise the President to revoke the appointment of the Foreign Minister. Dennis Moses' deafening silence on matters affecting Muslims globally has paved the way for the spread of islamophobia here in this country and should be held to account for allowing the spread of this scourge by not condemning the senseless slaughter and atrocities against our Muslims brothers and sisters overseas.

For Immediate Release:
Date: Tue., 14th February 2016

Umar Abdullah
Head of Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front)
Tel: +18687870765 or +18683656253

Saturday, January 21, 2017

Government's Interference With Religious Laws, Rights and Freedom.

Media Release: 

Re: Government's Interference With Religious Laws, Rights and Freedom.

Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front) is standing firm in its belief that the government of Trinidad and Tobago is interfering in our religious laws, our religious beliefs and our religious rights and freedoms.

We have been paying very close attention to the reckless and irresponsible behavior of this administration in its haste to pass the marriage bill both in the Upper and Lower House. The AG, by adopting this position, has caused citizens to question the role of the parliament in protecting the nation from the onslaught of reprehensible behavior by our parliamentarians.

What's next on the table? Our religious festivals? Our ceremonies? Our religious attire? The hijab?  I am again warning of the consequences if this bill is passed in the Lower House and assented to by our President.

The President's authority is under scrutiny, via the ongoing investigation ìnto allegations of misbehavior in public office by way of his lavish and reckless spending. I am again warning that this can be seen as a trend by this adminstration to circumvent religion in this country and by extension the Western hemisphere.

We have already witnessed an example of this when the terrorism bill was again tabled in Parliament. This is exactly the type of action and measures taken by any state that would feed into the rhetoric of the outgoing US Ambassador John Estrada when he said and warned that a terrorist attack can happen in Trinidad and Tobago at any time.

Furthermore, we can very well witness a negative spiral of social issues as a result of this. Haven't we learnt the lessons from China's One Child policy and its negative fallout.

My closing statement to this government and its AG in particular: "You are standing on holy ground."

For Immediate Release:
Date: January 19th 2017

Umar Abdullah
Head of Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front)
Tel: +18687870765 or +18683656253

Sunday, January 15, 2017

Media Release: Re: Behaviour of Our State Agencies

Re: Behaviour of Our State Agencies
Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front) is calling on the government of Trinidad and Tobago to put a leash on its agencies and their members when it comes to treating with the issues of its people, especially when matters are of a sensitive nature.
Just yesterday Police Officers of the Besson Street Police Station raided and desecrated Masjid ul Furqaan of John-John Lavantille and the Imam; Atiba Seargant (Abdul Haqq) was arrested and charged in what appears to be a case of religious persecution and sacrilegious. Recently he was detained and questioned at length regarding what measures he has taken to curb crime in his community. (See Photos Attached of Masjid After Police Left)
Just a couple days ago January 11th Police armed with guns and wearing bulletproof vests barged into the office of Sacha Singh; managing director of Amsure Trinidad and Tobago Ltd and demanded money by menace; treating to arrest if the worker did not comply. Since when can the TTPS assume the role of the Labour Board and a Magistrate or Judge?
The 182 names which are now under the radar who according to the FIU have engaged in suspicious transactions and are funding terrorism abroad and as a result of which Inshan Ishmael is now been investigated for raising funds for the same purpose.
The interfering of religious laws by increasing the marital age to 18 years. I must warn if this legislation is passed in the upper and lower house and made law there is going to be a negative spiral effect.
The refusal to allow the re-entry of our eight nationals mostly woman and children who have been detained in Turkey since the end of last year even though it has been expressed by the Turkish government their willingness to repatriate our citizens.
Must I remind this government we are a democracy and not a dictating police state. People have rights and privileges in this country as enshrined in our Constitution. The only reason why people don’t fight back is because they are poor and have no money to pay the exorbitant fees some lawyers charge. If the government and its state agencies continue to function with this megalomaniac type behaviour our democracy would pay a heavy price.
For Immediate Release:
Date: 15 January 2017

Umar Abdullah
Head of Waajihatul Islaamiyyah (The Islamic Front)
Tel: +18687870765 or +18683656253

Wednesday, September 9, 2015

Media Release: Re: Message From Venezuela: A Glimmer of Hope

Media Release:

Re: Message From Venezuela: A Glimmer of hope

What’s more tragic than one innocent person in prison? Five innocent Trinidadians detained in Venezuela since March 19th 2014. Without any court hearings, no appearance in front of a judge and no identifiable law that was broken, we, the five men detained since last year are now seeing a glimmer of hope now that our country, Trinidad and Tobago has pronounced its new Prime Minister, Government elect, Dr. Keith Rowley in the General Elections. Celebrating from our prison cells we feel optimistic that our matter will be looked into and we are asking our Prime Minister not to abandon us like the previous government did.

As time is going by our families are suffering tremendously and our children are growing older without us, their father’s who are locked up in a foreign jail. As we listened to Prime Minister Keith Rowley giving his victory speech from our prison cells we all feel a sense of comfort and a potential end to this difficult situation . We were put in this situation by one government and we can only hold on to hope that this government can pull us out.

All our previous cries and petition for help fell on deaf ears, or rather the ears that put us here in the first place with empty promises of help. We are not asking to override the Venezuela law but we are asking that our Government seek our interest and protocols with regards to our matter. We are innocent men who got caught in the cross fire of politics and propaganda and now we are stuck in a prison with no help. We are calling on our new Prime Minister, new Minister of National Security, new Minister of foreign Affairs and our Trinidad and Tobago Embassy here in Venezuela to do whatever they’re suppose to do when their citizens are faced in this situation and correct what is happening to us.

For Immediate Release:
Date: Sept., 9th 2015

Wade Charles, Dominic Pitlal, Leslie Daisley, Asim Luqman and Andre Battersby
Detained in Venezuela

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